Pride is finally coming to Cambridge - and people are already getting excited for the colourful celebrations.

The team behind the event - under the umbrella of the Pink Festival - are planning a whole raft of entertainment in the city for summer 2018.

But every huge celebration needs its own team of organisers to get it off the ground and into the spotlight.

As such, the team behind Pride are taking the first step - hiring people to fill important executive committee positions - to make sure the first festival goes off without a hitch and delivers a party the city will never forget.

Applicants for all roles must be able to attend regular planning meetings, and be enthusiastic, committed and willing to learn.

To apply, send an email to CambridgePride@thepinkfestival.co.uk with your name, the role you wish to apply for, whether you are a member of the LGBT community and what you can bring to Pride.

Applicants must only apply for one role, or their applications will not be considered.

The roles revealed

The first, and most important role, is that of the Chairman.

They will organise meetings and provide the committee with direction and a development plan for the year ahead. They will also assist members whenever necessary, help build relationships within the team and liaise closely with the Pink Festival team.

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Naturally, a Vice-Chairman is also needed to support the Chair man in fulfilling their duties, as well as tackling the more administrative tasks, such as recording minutes at meetings.

Similarly, a separate Head of Finances will help with more formal duties such as budgeting and fundraising.

Other roles include the Head of Operations/Production (who will oversee all pride events on the day of the parade), the Head of Marketing/Comms (who will develop the marketing strategy and handle all social media/press materials) and the Head of Community/Inclusion (who will make sure less represented groups in the LGBTQ community, as well as marginalised groups within the local community as a whole, are represented).

These roles will all be supported by a large number of volunteers as the festival comes closer.

To apply, send the required information to CambridgePride@thepinkfestival.co.uk before 11.59pm on Tuesday, September 12. Committee members will be announced on September 20.